1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Ambassador | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2920 mm |
